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Missouri drivers could pay expensive fines if they're caught with a phone in their hand

Starting January 1, drivers pulled over for distracted driving can be issued a $150 ticket for the first violation, a $250 ticket for a second violation and for the third, up to $500 if it is within two years. If the violation occurs in a work or school …

Missouri Retired Teachers and Public School Personnel Association Applauds Senate Passage of H.R. 82, Repealing Unfair ...

Why do so many Florida universities hire politicians as presidents?

Three of Florida’s public universities will likely select new presidents next year. There’s a good chance that at least one will be a former lawmaker. Nationally, less than half of college and university presidents come from outside academia, according to …

Tourism grants total $300,000. Great Iowa Treasure Hunt returns $386,701,365. Don’t speed in Des Moines. State Fair ...

Civic Skinny By CITYVIEW staff 1/1/2025 Des Moines Police Sergeant Paul Parizek tells CITYVIEW the speed camera story is “challenging,” “long” and “complex.” And he is right.   A little background: In 2011, the Des Moines Police Department began …

Texas A&M University- Texarkana recently honored

longtime Texarkana business and community leader Sonja Yates Hubbard with an Honorary Doctor of Leadership degree. A&M-Texarkana President Dr. Ross Alexander presented Hubbard with the degree during the university’s fall commencement exercises held on …

This Stunning Amish Town In Minnesota Is Perfect For A Day Trip You’ll Never Forget

Imagine a place where time slows down, horse-drawn buggies clip-clop down country roads, and the aroma of freshly baked pies wafts through the air. Welcome to Harmony, Minnesota – a slice of Amish paradise tucked away in the southeastern corner of the Land …

Explore This Historic Minnesota Town Filled With Fascinating Sites From The Past

Nestled in the southeastern corner of Minnesota, Harmony is a small town with a big personality. This charming slice of Americana offers a delightful blend of history, nature, and small-town hospitality that’ll make you wonder why you haven’t visited …

Who's heading where? Local high school stars heading to college athletics

Updates with more signings Several high school athletes in Northern Nevada have signed for college athletics this fall. The RGJ will compile a running list of all the area athletes who will continue to compete after high school. Send an email of any …

Business Benefits In Minnesota, a Polar Semiconductor Perspective

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Two pre-filed bills would bar charter schools from opening in Boone County

A local lawmaker has pre-filed two pieces of legislation that would bar charter schools from opening in Boone County, less than a year after a law was passed allowing them to operate. One of the bills filed by Rep. David Tyson Smith, D-Columbia, would …

West Virginia overcomes uncanny odds to upset No. 7 Kansas in men's basketball

Well, that's one way to bring in the new year. Let’s begin with why what happened in Lawrence Tuesday wasn’t supposed to happen. This was West Virginia’s 12th trip to Allen Fieldhouse. The Mountaineers had lost the first 11. This was the conference …

ISU Opens 2025 on Road at Murray State

Story Links MURRAY, Ky. - The Illinois State men's basketball team opens the 2025 calendar year on Thursday evening against the Murray State Racers in Murray, Kentucky with a 7 p.m. tip-off inside the CFSB Center. QUICK HITTERS • Over the past 10 …

Missouri hands-free law takes effect New Year's Day

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Missouri drivers now have an additional reason to avoid using their phones while driving In addition to preventing vehicle crashes that injure and kill, it can also help avoid unnecessary expenses. The Hands-Free Law, which goes into …

Meet Miss North Dakota, VNL’s Sophia Richards!

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - We’re kicking off our coverage of the 2025 Miss America competition! VNL’s own Sophia Richards took to the skies on Friday, flying to Orlando, Florida to compete as North Dakota’s state delegate. The 23-year-old is from …

Will Missouri stores lose grocery shoppers to Kansas?

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas is eliminating its sales tax on groceries. Will Missouri shoppers take their business across the state line to save money? The state's tax on Kansas food sales was 2%. In Missouri, the food sales tax is 1.225% on take-home …

Heritage Language Pathway Program launches in Minnesota

The day's local, regional and national news, detailed events and late-breaking stories are presented by the ABC 6 News Team, along with the latest sports, weather updates including the extended forecast. (ABC 6 News) — A new education program is being …

Collaboration will be key to improved public safety in 2025 in Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Leaders in Kansas City, Missouri, said Tuesday they hope to build on programs that led to the lowest homicide rate since 2019 as they look to improve public safety in 2025. At news conference Tuesday, the city’s mayor, police chief and …

Baker University Wetlands announces new conservation partnership with Ducks Unlimited and Kansas Alliance for Wetlands ...

Burning of the Greens: One of the longest standing University of Okoboji Winter Games traditions returns for 2025

OKOBOJI (KTIV) - “It started way back when,” says Morgan Strauss of the Iowa Great Lakes Chamber of Commerce. All the way back, to when, what we now know as winter games, was simply a broom ball tournament in Spirit Lake. “As time went forward, in 1984 the …

Doratoon Launches New AI PPT Generation Feature to Simplify Content Creation

Doratoon introduces AI-powered PPT generation, enabling users to create high-quality presentations with various templates for business, education, and more. SINGAPORE, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Doratoon is excited to announce the …

Chicago Author releases a new book, Finds Responses for Changing Needs of Contemporary Readers with The Book of Ironies

The Book of Ironies, a collection of microfictions released this month by Chicago-based author Martha Cecilia Rivera, answers the needs of the modern reader. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Book of Ironies, …

Award-Winning Author Commissioner George Mentz Releases 20 New Audiobooks on Amazon and Audible

Award-Winning Author Commissioner George Mentz Releases 20 New Audiobooks on Amazon and Audible in the Areas of International Law Business and Success COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-Winning …

Indianapolis Attorney Sarah Brinkley Explores the Benefits and Challenges of Using TikTok in Legal Practice

INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the evolving landscape of professional services, social media platforms like TikTok are becoming increasingly significant. Indianapolis attorney Sarah Brinkley has embraced …

Gosships LLC Selects SolarisTech LLC to Deliver Premier Technical Advisory Services

Expanding expertise, Gosships LLC selects SolarisTech LLC to enhance training, support IMO guidelines, and drive sustainability in maritime industries. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gosships LLC, a leading media …

e29 iGNITE Initiative Fuels Innovation with UF Solar Gators

Empowering Innovation and Collaboration "e29 iGNITE" TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ELEMENT 29 is proud to partner with the University of Florida’s College of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) …

California Nonprofit Bridges the Gap Between Homeowners and Contractors to Strengthen Communities

A Nonprofit Mission: HICP prioritizes people over profits, empowering homeowners and contractors to create stronger, safer, and more connected neighborhoods. CA, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Home Improvement Consumer …

IGH3P® Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification, Setting Global Standards in NLP, Hypnotherapy, and Coaching

IGH3P® earns ISO 9001:2015 certification, solidifying its position as the global leader in NLP, hypnotherapy, coaching, and professional excellence. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Guild of …

Major League Baseball’s “Lenny” Randle, the Most Interesting Man in Baseball Passes

As Baseball Ambassador, Education and Community Advocate, He Impacted Lives LOS ANGELES, SD, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With heavy hearts the Randle family announces the passing of its beloved husband, father, brother, …

Start the New Year with AI4CES’s AI Publishing Formula

The Essential Tool for Entrepreneurs to Finally Write and Publish Their Book LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As we step into a new year, AI4CES is excited to launch the AI Publishing Formula, an innovative …

Celebrating 50 Years of Jay Nolan Community Services: A Legacy of Innovation in Individualized Support Services

Jay Nolan Community Services proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of dedicated service to neurodiverse individuals across California. MISSION HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jay Nolan …

Dr. Anthony Announces Bold Plan to Address Literacy and Academic Gaps for the New Year

Dr. Anthony outlines strategies to improve academic outcomes through professional learning, real-world education, and systematic change SPARTA, GA, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Anton Anthony, superintendent and …

Learn And Play® Montessori School Announces Opening of Its Moraga, California, Early Education Program

Learn And Play® Montessori School opens its Moraga campus, offering Montessori + STEM daycare, preschool, and kindergarten programs. MORAGA, CA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Learn And Play® Montessori School, a leading …

Learn And Play® Montessori School Announces January Opening of San Carlos Campus

Learn And Play® Montessori School will open its San Carlos campus in January 2025, offering Montessori + STEM programs. SAN CARLOS, CA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Learn And Play® Montessori School, a leader in early …

Association for Black Economic Power Appoints Program and Outreach Manager to Lead Financial Education Initiatives

MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Association for Black Economic Power (ABEP) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Aquilla Robinson as its new Program and Outreach Manager for the Financial …

AmScope Launches 2025 Lineup of Laboratory Consumables and Accessories

Amscope Launches 2025 Lineup of Laboratory Consumables and Accessories IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amscope announces its comprehensive 2025 product lineup, featuring a range of laboratory consumables and …

Earable® Neuroscience Wins CES Innovation Awards with FRENZ Brainband's Focus Feature at CES 2025

Earable Neuroscience wins the CES 2025 Innovation Award for Digital Health, marking its third consecutive win and unveiling Focus Feature and B2B partnerships. CONCORD, NH, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Consumer …

World War II Foundation Marks December 2024 with Significant Events Honoring Veterans and Preserving History

December 2024 was significant for The World War II Foundation, commemorating key WWII anniversaries through immersive experiences and film screenings. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, RI, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- December 2024 was …

Dr. Juan P. Chisholm ends 2024 as a 'Finalist' for the eminent American Legacy Book Awards for Mission Possible

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a recent announcement, the highly-respected American Book Fest organization named American Author and Florida native, Dr. Juan P. Chisholm as a “Finalist” for its American …

Dr. Soumya Ranjan Patnaik Inspires MSME Entrepreneurs at UDYOG SAMVAD Business Conclave Hosted by HDFC Bank

BHUBANESWAR, ODISHA, INDIA, December 31, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The UCC Conference Hall in Bhubaneswar was transformed into a buzzing hive of entrepreneurial spirit and innovative dialogue as HDFC Bank, in collaboration with the Utkal Chamber …